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Dr. Deanna Nelson, MD

Knoxville, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nelson, Vascular Surgeon in Knoxville, TN?

    Dr. Deanna Nelson, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Knoxville, TN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Nelson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nelson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nelson’s office at (865) 588-8229.

    What languages does Dr. Nelson speak?

    Dr. Nelson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Nelson typically treat?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Nelson diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Nelson. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Peripheral Arterial Disease
    • Bilateral leg claudication
    • PAD both legs pain with activity
    • Both legs artery pain when walking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs

    Also known as:

    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Stenosis
    • Blocked Carotid Artery
    • Neck Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Narrowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries

    Also known as:

    • Varicose Veins
    • Spider Veins
    • Venous Insufficiency
    • Chronic Venous Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I83893: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with other complications

    Also known as:

    • Aortic Aneurysm
    • Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
    • AAA
    • Aorta Bulge

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7143: Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture

    What procedures does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Nelson typically perform?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Nelson performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Nelson. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Foam Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
    • Varicose vein foam injection
    • Ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy
    • Saphenous vein treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 36465: Injection of non-compounded foam sclerosant with ultrasound compression maneuvers to guide dispersion of the injectate, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring; single incompetent extremity truncal vein (eg, great saphenous vein, accessory saphenous vein)

    Also known as:

    • Leg Artery Revascularization with Stent and Atherectomy
    • Femoral artery revascularization
    • Popliteal artery revascularization
    • Leg artery stenting and atherectomy
    • Endovascular leg artery repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 37227: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal stent placement(s) and atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Radiofrequency Vein Ablation
    • Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation
    • RF Ablation for Varicose Veins
    • Vein Closure Procedure
    • Varicose Vein Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 36475: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, radiofrequency; first vein treated

    Also known as:

    • Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
    • Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
    • Subcutaneous port placement
    • Central line with port

    CPT Codes:

    • 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older

    Also known as:

    • Iliac Artery Stent Placement
    • Endovascular iliac artery stenting
    • Iliac artery angioplasty with stent
    • Pelvic artery revascularization

    CPT Codes:

    • 37221: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, iliac artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with transluminal stent placement(s), includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Leg Artery Unblocking with Atherectomy and Angioplasty
    • Femoral Artery Revascularization
    • Popliteal Artery Atherectomy
    • Leg Artery Angioplasty
    • Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 37225: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
    • Central Line Explant
    • Port-a-Cath Removal
    • Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
    • Tunneled Catheter Extraction

    CPT Codes:

    • 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion

    Does Dr. Nelson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nelson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (865) 588-8229 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nelson accept in Knoxville, TN?

    Dr. Nelson in Knoxville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Nelson's office located?

    Dr. Deanna Nelson's Primary Practice

    6408 Papermill Dr

    Knoxville, TN 37919

    (865) 588-8229

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    Dr. Deanna Nelson's Practice 2

    9430 Park West Blvd Ste 310

    Knoxville, TN 37923

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    What hospitals are Dr. Nelson affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Nelson has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center,Knoxville, TN
    Covenant Health - Methodist Medical Center,Oak Ridge, TN
    Claiborne Medical Center,Tazewell, TN
    Middlesboro Arh Hospital,Middlesboro, KY

    What is Dr. Nelson's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386816833.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nelson?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nelson

    What is Dr. Deanna Nelson's specialty?

    What does a Vascular Surgeon do?

    A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels.

    Is Dr. Deanna Nelson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nelson is affiliated with Parkwest Medical Center, The University Of Tennessee Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Vascular Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Deanna Nelson accepting new patients in Knoxville, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Deanna Nelson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Deanna Nelson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (865) 588-8229 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Deanna Nelson?

    Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (865) 588-8229 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nelson's office located?

    Dr. Nelson's office is located in Knoxville, TN.